If you’re installing the T.O.V.A. on a new desktop, laptop, or All-in-One computer, check out our Computer Requirements as well as our PTE Compatibility page FIRST.
Can I install the T.O.V.A. 9 hardware myself?
Yes. There are no qualifications necessary to installing the T.O.V.A. software and hardware, and T.O.V.A. Technical Support is happy to assist you over the phone.
Can I install the T.O.V.A. 9 on more than one computer?
Yes. You can install T.O.V.A. on as many computers as you need, but you can only administer tests when the T.O.V.A. hardware is attached. It
Do I need admin access to my computer to run the T.O.V.A. 9?
The T.O.V.A. needs to be installed by a user with administrator access to the computer, but afterward it can be run and even updated by
Does the T.O.V.A. 9 require an internet connection?
No, the T.O.V.A. does not require that your computer be connected to the internet for testing or anything else, but it makes many operations quicker
Does the T.O.V.A. 9 work with Windows 8? Windows 10? Windows 11?
Yes, the latest T.O.V.A. software (including the Precision Test Environment) works with Windows 8, 10, and 11. However, the T.O.V.A. Precision Test Environment (PTE) may not be
How can I transfer my T.O.V.A. 9 data to a different computer?
All your T.O.V.A. subject and session information is now stored in a database, which makes it easier to search and sort for the information you
If I move my T.O.V.A. USB device, will the test results go with it?
No, your T.O.V.A. data is stored on your computer, not on the T.O.V.A. device. When you finish the T.O.V.A. test, the test results are stored
What if my computer isn’t listed on the PTE Compatibility page?
If your computer doesn’t appear PTE Compatibility page, these steps can help you answer the question: Make sure it meets our basic computer requirements. Make sure
Where can I find laptops compatible with the current T.O.V.A. PTE?
Technology moves on quickly! We released the latest T.O.V.A. Precision Test Environment (PTE) in 2020, and it’s now challenging to find a Windows laptop that
Will the T.O.V.A. 9 work if I don’t have a parallel port?
The new T.O.V.A. does not require a parallel port, only a USB port.
Will the T.O.V.A. 9 work if I don’t have a USB port?
Some of the newest computers don’t have a USB-A port. Instead, they usually have a USB-C port. A USB C-to-A adapter (sold separately) should work
Will the T.O.V.A. 9 work on my computer?
First check the Computer Requirements and PTE Compatibility page pages above. You can also just download and install the software to try it out. ALWAYS back up your computer and any critical
Will the T.O.V.A. 9 work on my network?
You may install the T.O.V.A. on a networked computer (almost every computer is on some kind of a network). However, your database must be stored locally on that
Will the T.O.V.A. USB device work if I plug it into a USB hub?
The T.O.V.A. USB device must be plugged directly into your desktop or laptop’s built-in USB ports. USB hubs cause communication with the device to be
